Mars Orange 

Editor: Here we have "Mars Orange," an intriguing pigment manufactured by Charles Roberson and Co. It’s presented in its raw form, inside a clear glass bottle. How do you interpret this artifact? Curator: It’s fascinating to consider how color, like "Mars Orange," gains cultural meaning. Pigments were once rare, influencing artistic styles and social hierarchies. Think about how the accessibility of color today has democratized art. Editor: So, the value of the pigment is less about the object and more about its availability and how it’s used in art? Curator: Precisely. Roberson, a prominent supplier, played a role in shaping the visual landscape. What does it mean to hold a piece of that history? Editor: It makes me consider the power structures inherent in art production and how they've shifted. Curator: Indeed. Food for thought!